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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Powerful Figures Linked in Epstein Photo Release

House Democrats recently shared a set of 19 photos from the estate of Jeffrey Epstein. These images show Epstein with various influential figures, including President Trump and former President Bill Clinton. The photos were chosen from a much larger collection of 95, 000 images found in Epstein's em

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Republicans Clash Over Health Care Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson is preparing to unveil a health care package next week, but not everyone in his party is on board. A group of Republicans, mostly from swing districts, are pushing for a vote on extending the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies before they expire at the end of the month. T

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Veterans, Deportation, and the Heated Exchange in Congress

House Democrats had a lot of questions for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a recent hearing on global threats. One of the main topics was the treatment of veterans and military families under current immigration policies. Rep. Seth Magaziner from Rhode Island brought up the case of S

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Dec 10 2025WEATHER

Staten Island's Windy and Wet Wednesday

Staten Island is in for a breezy and damp Wednesday as a cold front sweeps in from the west. The National Weather Service has warned of strong winds and rain moving into the area during the afternoon. The rain is expected to start late in the afternoon and continue until midnight. Temperatures will

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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

GOP House Speaker Faces Uphill Battle as Party Infighting Grows

House Speaker Mike Johnson is finding it tough to keep his party united. He's asking fellow Republicans to keep their complaints private, but many are speaking out publicly. This week, tensions boiled over as a member of Johnson's own leadership team accused him of lying. Meanwhile, rank-and-file Re

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Nov 25 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Cool on Extending Healthcare Subsidies

House Speaker Mike Johnson recently shared some news with the White House. Most Republicans in the House aren't too keen on extending the extra help people get for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act. This chat happened over the phone with top White House staff. At the same time, Preside

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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Staten Island's November Job Openings: What You Need to Know

Staten Island has some exciting job opportunities in November, with salaries ranging from $55, 537 to $125, 413. These roles span various fields, including healthcare, legal, and research. The state of New York offers diverse careers that impact public life. From education to environmental conserva

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Nov 15 2025WEATHER

Staten Island's Weekend Weather: Rain and Wind on the Way

Staten Island is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. Rain is expected to arrive Saturday evening, with temperatures climbing into the 50s. But don't get too comfortable, because a cold front is on its way, bringing strong winds that will stick around through Sunday. The rain is forecasted to s

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Nov 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

AI in Mental Health: States Step Up Where Federal Falls Short

States are making their own rules for AI in mental health. This is happening because the federal government hasn't set clear guidelines yet. But there's a problem: mental health experts aren't always involved in making these rules. This could lead to laws that don't really help people. AI is moving

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Oct 28 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Raise Questions About Biden's Use of the Autopen

House Republicans recently released a report questioning former President Joe Biden's use of the autopen. This device allows presidents to sign documents remotely. The report suggests that Biden's mental state may have declined, making it possible for aides to act without his knowledge. However, it

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